Long Distance in Coral Bay, Saint John, Virgin Islands | Sailing

Your hosts and owners of "Long Distance" is Rick and Robin Gallup



Thank you for inquiring about sail charter yacht S/V Long Distance, a beautiful 40 foot Pearson that sails from Coral Bay, on the East End of St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands.



Rick and Robin, owner/operators, offer:

* Casual sails to quiet places

* Great snorkelling at unspoiled coral reefs

* A family oriented experience

* Friendly hospitality

* Island History

* Local knowledge of the area

* Sailing and snorkelling instruction

* Experienced sailors may take the helm

* Pay for six and rent the whole boat (with captain and crew)!

* See occasional dolphin and look for humpback whales Jan. to April

* special occasions, weddings, anniversaries, vow renewals and memorials or just because you don't want to sail with strangers!



Kiwi is our little ten-pound dog that is loved by everyone; When she is not Sailing, Kiwi is riding on our motorcycles in Maine! Both Kiwi and S/V Long Distance were photographed for YM Magazine!



After Sailing to a secluded cove or island with unspoiled coral reefs, Rick, your captain, prepares food and beverages; while Robin, a registered nurse, snorkels with the guests to point out the best features of each site. Back on the boat we have many resource books to identify what you have seen. S/V Long Distance carries six passengers and everyone has a comfortable seat in the shade, or guests may sit in the sun on our spacious deck. We also have a private head and easy boarding ladder.

Occasionally we accommodate larger parties in tandem with other Coral Bay yachts. Leaving from Coral Bay, their guests experience Sailing in waters on the peaceful side of St. John, with beautiful views of East End, St. John, and the Virgin Islands.html">British Virgin Islands.

Because: S/V Long Distance charters are all about: Sailing, not motoring: Quiet places, not crowds: Relaxing, not meeting a schedule: Snorkelling, not bar hopping.



Therefore, we are no longer doing day sails to the BVI. With increased marketing, BVI destinations like The Baths and The Caves have become crowded with large tour boats and small cruise ships. Clearing Customs in both countries (due to Homeland Security)can take up to two hours out of your day. In 2007, passports became required for the BVI. So take a ferry to Tortola, Virgin Gorda or Jost Van Dyke (very affordable), or a motor sail or power tour boat to the BVI and sail with us another day!

S/V Long Distance charters

are all about:



* Sailing, not motoring

* Quiet places, not crowds

* Relaxing, not meeting a schedule

* Snorkelling, not bar hopping